The apparently simple structural form belied the complexity required to accommodate the requirements of multiple end-users and building the building around the atrium which created a naturally ventilated space. The judges said the building creates, “a strong civic presence” and “an interesting interior spatial quality, linking together the projects different activities”. Now goes forward to the shortlisting process for the Stirling Prize, the UK’s premier building award.

Giles Burton, Shepherd Gilmour’s Director for the project, said, “We are delighted that the New Roundhouse has been honoured with another award. For its size and scope, it was a unique project and brought together three different end-users with differing needs.”